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The hallway between wings E and F has been blocked off due to the area always being crowded with kids during fights. When there are no fights, it's seen as a busy area needing to be open if there is ever a case for an emergency.
Progressive discipline strategy aim to reduce on-campus conflicts
Smoke from local fires smothers the sky during lunch
BREAKING NEWS: Fire strikes in Ventura County as Santa Ana’s blow
Pictured above shows Ensminger teaching her new arrangement of classes in a new setting, the stage.
Molly Ensminger takes center stage in Buena drama department
Tampon and Pad dispensers in the girls bathroom.
California schools stocked with menstrual hygiene products
Six of Buena's newest teachers.
Q&A with Buena’s new pack of educators
Buena players walking to half before the Buena-Ventura rivalry game, Oct 9.
2024 Flag Football Recap
Number 11, junior Wyatt Munger, sets up to score, proving himself very valuable to the team.
Bulldogs snag silver: boys water polo loses Channel League finals
Finn Lange '26 rises up for the shot. Buena was ahead of the Cougars in every quarter, leading to their ultimate domination in the pool.
Rivalry upset: Cougars drowned by Bulldogs
Kenna Wilson and Mimi Moon go up for the block, Kayla Templin prepares to receive the spike in exciting third set against SBHS.
Bulldogs hit the net in senior game rematch against SBHS dons
The Bulldogs getting into their positions for the next play in the first quarter
Bulldogs take Royal’s crown in homecoming game, 20-21
Buena players walking to half before the Buena-Ventura rivalry game, Oct 9.
2024 Flag Football Recap
Number 11, junior Wyatt Munger, sets up to score, proving himself very valuable to the team.
Bulldogs snag silver: boys water polo loses Channel League finals
The Bulldogs getting into their positions for the next play in the first quarter
Bulldogs take Royal’s crown in homecoming game, 20-21
Freshman Olivia Barajas heading the ball off of a corner kick
23-24 season of the 16-4-1 Bulldogs Girls Soccer
Buena crushes competition in first round of CIF
Buena crushes competition in first round of CIF
Freshman Olivia Barajas heading the ball off of a corner kick
23-24 season of the 16-4-1 Bulldogs Girls Soccer
Buena crushes competition in first round of CIF
Buena crushes competition in first round of CIF
Sophmore Kiana Durbransky dribbling the ball down the field
Grass is greener for girls soccer after rivalry win
Artwork created by a wrestler showcasing the Buena, Ventura rivalry match
Cougars pounce on Bulldogs in rivalry wrestling dual
Junior, Ivan Ramos aggressively dribbling around a spartan defender
Bulldog boys lose battle against Spartans on the soccer field
The varsity boys take a seat as the coach takes a moment to recognize the seniors.
Bulldogs spiked on senior night
Buena boys baseball drown in Pacifica Tritons current
Buena boys baseball drown in Pacifica Tritons current
Miguel Magallanes up at bat for Buena
Buena faces crushing defeat versus Santa Barbara
Graves coaching during a meet
Amanda Graves makes a splash as new head Varsity swim coach
Buena number 9, Josh Toll, and number 18, Moises Lantigua, blocks a spike from Ventura High School.
Boys volleyball spikes Ventura Cougars
The Uglies movie made many changes to the book's original story, some of them affecting the overall quality of the film.
Things aren’t looking pretty for “Uglies”
The Wild Robot, released Sept. 27, 2024, has been uplifting the days of all viewers.
DreamWorks blows away audiences with astonishing masterpiece, “The Wild Robot”
Bagel sandwich with a lavender latte
Opening of Cajé Coffee Roasters brings life to historical landmark
Opening of Krispy Kreme’s Golden Harvest Collection donuts that includes Oatmeal Creme Pie Doughnut at top right, Maple Buttercreme Doughnut at top left, Salted Caramel Cheesecake Doughnut at bottom right and Spice Apple Filled Doughnut at bottom left.
Krispy Kreme unveils golden harvest collection featuring three-all-new fall-inspired donuts
The fastly famous font that shows the loved book, now movie, title "It ends with us"
It ends with… this movie
The Uglies movie made many changes to the book's original story, some of them affecting the overall quality of the film.
Things aren’t looking pretty for “Uglies”
The Wild Robot, released Sept. 27, 2024, has been uplifting the days of all viewers.
DreamWorks blows away audiences with astonishing masterpiece, “The Wild Robot”
The fastly famous font that shows the loved book, now movie, title "It ends with us"
It ends with… this movie
Chilling picture from the movie showing the entity of Garraka, who can drop the climate to freezing.
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire makes a chilling return
Art of the main characters of the series, from left to right, The Ghoul, Lucy McLean, and Maximus
Fallout blows audience away with attention to detail, charm
Percy Jackson from TV show to book to movie (left to right). A transformation worthy of the demigod himself.
“Percy Jackson” franchise finds its sea legs with Disney
The Knockemout series is cool.
Lucy Scores with hit “Knockemout” series
A Show Vs. Book description and apperance of Alina Starkov.
Shadow & Bone book series forces show adaptation into the shadow fold
Jenny Han spreads success over her amazing trilogies into films
Jenny Han spreads success over her amazing trilogies into films
Midnight Jewel by Richelle Mead, Ahsoka by E.K. Johnston, Doctor Sleep by Stephen King, Fragile Spirits by Mary Lindsey, and Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton
5 books to read over summer
Collage of posters of Chappell Roan, Jack Johnson, and Clairo.
The sound of summer, 2024
This year's TikTok's top hits
This year’s TikTok’s top hits
Taylor Swift's logo for "The Tortured Poets Department," featured on merch and album covers.
Taylor Swift a ‘tortured poet:’ self-indulgent, grotesquely beautiful
Miley Cyrus ‘claws, chains’ her way through her history
Miley Cyrus ‘claws, chains’ her way through her history
Taylor Swift makes a “Bejeweled” start to Era’s Tour after Ticketmaster conflict
Taylor Swift makes a “Bejeweled” start to Era’s Tour after Ticketmaster conflict
Bagel sandwich with a lavender latte
Opening of Cajé Coffee Roasters brings life to historical landmark
Opening of Krispy Kreme’s Golden Harvest Collection donuts that includes Oatmeal Creme Pie Doughnut at top right, Maple Buttercreme Doughnut at top left, Salted Caramel Cheesecake Doughnut at bottom right and Spice Apple Filled Doughnut at bottom left.
Krispy Kreme unveils golden harvest collection featuring three-all-new fall-inspired donuts
The Little Lion now has its doors wide open for hungry customers.
Eggs-citing new brunch restaurant, The Little Lion, opens in east end Ventura
Advertisement and food display shelf from the Starbucks on East Harbor Boulevard showcasing the new summer menu.
Starbucks adds pop of color to summer menu
The top right photo shows plants bought from Fiddle & Fern. The top left photo shows students, Addison and Bella Bruno, at the Ukulele Breakfast. The bottom photo shows the a barista at Singing Sun.
Ventura’s Hidden Gems: shaping community
nyt game home page
The holy trinity for part-time intellectuals
Buenas biggest wishes and their dazzling dupes
Buenas biggest wishes and their dazzling dupes
Fall into Autumn with these fun activities
Fall into Autumn with these fun activities
Information for three of the new clubs including meeting time and place. (Elizabeth McGovern and Chloe Hillman)
Buena welcomes 3 new clubs on campus
Drama student Healey Ramot finishes up her performance during Karaoke Tuesdays.
Karaoke Tuesdays: a new part of Buena Drama culture
Winning the battle against phone distractions
Winning the battle against phone distractions
Musical artists Taylor Swift, Charli XCX, and Billie Eilish (left to right), all endorsed presidential candidate Kamala Harris in her race to the White House.
Pop culture stars weigh in for Harris
Late night construction works to replace a city waterline, with most of the work being done late at night and spills into the early morning hours.
Construction slows students, staff, to halt first day back
Many school districts decide not to give students of different religions the opportunity to participate in religious holidays without missing school.
There is not really separation between church, state in public schools
The rise of cellphone hotels, death of students livelihoods
The rise of cellphone hotels, death of students livelihoods
The differences between the two candidates' beliefs on important topics.
2024 presidential debate: a generation z’s take
Sophomore Avery Buehner researches an article on the Promethean Board. Ever since it was added to her classroom, it has brought numerous issues.
VIEWPOINT: Promethean Boards are a major flop
Rocky road bridging high school to college, adulthood
Rocky road bridging high school to college, adulthood
The three lead actors of "The legend of Sleepy Hollow" anticipate the long awaited day for when they perform.
The shining stars of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”
Annika Harris rehearses for the play, "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow".
Annika Harris plays her part as a caring Buena student
Pictured above shows Ensminger teaching her new arrangement of classes in a new setting, the stage.
Molly Ensminger takes center stage in Buena drama department
Adam Colman talking to JV football player Andrew Bishop during the San Marcos - Buena Game
Friday night lights shine on new coach Adam Colman
Senior Kaelan Davis (right) poses with Buena Baseball's new head coach, Bryson Wallet (left) on Buena's baseball field.
New baseball head coach Bryson Wallet steps up to plate, fresh start for team
Dive into some of the favorites from our class of 2024, with Aleena Gutierrez Luna!
VIDEO: Class of 2024 senior favorites
Watch this VOGUE style questionnaire with English Honors and AP Lang teacher, Antoinette Perez.
VIDEO: 30 Questions with Antoinette Perez
Watch this comedic video describing the do's and don'ts during the Valentines season.
Bulldog Bark: The Do’s and Don’ts of Valentines Day
VIDEO STORY: Buena Seniors, Staff thoughts on senioritis
VIDEO STORY: Buena Seniors, Staff thoughts on senioritis
VIDEO STORY: Buena's fall food faire raises funds for clubs
VIDEO STORY: Buena’s fall food faire raises funds for clubs
Dive into some of the favorites from our class of 2024, with Aleena Gutierrez Luna!
VIDEO: Class of 2024 senior favorites
Watch this comedic video describing the do's and don'ts during the Valentines season.
Bulldog Bark: The Do’s and Don’ts of Valentines Day
Watch this VOGUE style questionnaire with English Honors and AP Lang teacher, Antoinette Perez.
VIDEO: 30 Questions with Antoinette Perez
Derek Metz during his interview in the welding shop.
50 Questions with Derek Metz
Mike Gianelli at his desk answering 50 Questions.
50 Questions with Mike Gianelli
Andrew Coates in his classroom answering 52 Questions.
52 Questions with Andrew Coates
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Brooklin Barilone

Brooklin Barilone, Editor-in-Chief

Brooklin Barilone is a senior at BHS in her second year of Buena Speaks. She wants to pursue writing in her future, whether it be fiction or non- fiction, she hopes to grow her skills.

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More resources and information about Gun Violence can be found on the Gun Violence Archive and The Sandy Hook Promise. Please note information in the article may vary depending on date read.

If I die in a shooting leave my body at Congress

Brooklin Barilone, Editor in Chief
June 8, 2023
The 25th annual Putnam Spelling Bee is originally conceived by Rebecca Feldman and the book was written by Rachel Shienkin. this musical shows an array of vocals, lighting skills, real life scenarios and amazing actors.

Your word is outstanding: Spring musical creates community and laughter amongst crowd

Brooklin Barilone, Editor in Chief
June 6, 2023
Graduation speech auditions will be held Tuesday April 18 and Thursday April 20. The speeches will be graded by the graduation committee, a collection of administrators who plan graduation. The rubric for grading includes a purpose, proper tone for occasion, structure, pacing, and clarity. Applications can be found in the office, in student services, where you can also find an application to sing at graduation. Requirements are similar to speeches. “There are tons of students on our campus with skills and strengths in other areas beyond academics,” assistant principal Tiffany Dyer said.

Seniors obtain even playing field to speak for their class

Brooklin Barilone, Editor in Chief
March 21, 2023
Author Tracy Wolff has created a new paranormal world for young adults, with the story following Grace Foster and her new adventure at Katamere Academy. Once Grace settles in, obstacles are inevitable for her. She is a target in the new world, and she must fight everyday for her friends' lives and hers.

New teen paranormal series bites audience, leaves them craving more

Brooklin Barilone, Editor in Chief
March 9, 2023
Truancy letters are sent out to guardians and parents when their child have missed a certain number of days. The letter describes the consquences missing days of school can have on the child's education and the actions that can be taken against the parent.

Chronic Absenteeism is not Truancy, needs to be reevaluated

Brooklin Barilone, Editor in Chief
January 3, 2023
Johnny Depp and Amber Heard prepare to face several weeks in court starting Apr. 11, 2022, for the infamous defamation trial.

Objection, Hearsay: Johnny Depp versus Amber Heard

Brooklin Barilone, Editor in Chief
June 14, 2022
News about graduation speeches spread like wild fire. Administration announced that they would be holding auditions for the speakers. This left many bothered that valedictorian Charlie Bao Tran, would also have to audition for the honor.

Solution reached after frustration erupts to changes in graduation speakers

Brooklin Barilone, Section Editor
May 25, 2022
Buena yearbook from 1961, shows the fundraiser "Slave Days".

Buena’s Past “Slave Days” sheds light on recent racist societal policies

Brooklin Barilone, Section Editor
April 25, 2022
Jan. 6, 2022 Zendaya posts trigger warning before season two premiere. She warns her fans about the graphic and heart breaking content upcoming to HBO Max.

Glamorous Euphoria is not completely glamorized

Brooklin Barilone, Section Editor
March 23, 2022
Educating yourself and being aware of your surroundings can help you be prepared. For more information on shootings, check out The Sandy Hook Promise.

[Photo] VIEWPONT: School security is not to be mocked

Brooklin Barilone, Section Editor
March 2, 2022
Dec. 24, 2021 Disney releases new animation Encanto. The animation features a magical Colombian family.

Disney makes magic with family Madrigal

Brooklin Barilone, Section Editor
January 27, 2022
Athletic office: If you are interested in supporting our sports teams, head down to the athletic department and explain your interest in supporting our department.

[Photo] Piecing together the puzzle of athletic budgeting

Julieta Garcia, Brooklin Barilone
December 30, 2021
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[Photo] Student Body Leader to Normal Teenager, get to know your ASB President

Brooklin Barilone, Section Editor
November 22, 2021
Ella's guide to surviving high school. Haas gives personal tips to underclassmen enrolling in Buena .

Haas gives advice to incoming underclassmen starting their highschool adventure.

Downey reviews History textbook as students read along in their guided reading textbook before test on Oct. 7, 2021.

Kevin Downey Paves way for new History, English curriculum

Brooklin Barilone, Section Editor
October 20, 2021
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